Ernest
Hop Variety Characteristics and Specifications

Hop Variety Description

Named for its breeder, Prof Ernest Salmon, it was selected at Wye College in Kent as a seedling under code OZ97a in 1923. It was used in brewing trials conducted by the Institute of Brewing in 1959 but it was considered to be a poor substitute for the control variety, Fuggle, due to its “strong, coarse, American aroma”.It has clear “New World” characteristics producing a complex flavour with predominantly fruity notes, especially apricot, citrus and spice.

Hop Variety Tech Specs

Alpha Range: 5-7%
Beta Range: 5-7%
Cohumulone Range: 50-55%
Total Oil: 0.7-10.1ml/100g
Flavour Intensity: 8

Oil Composition

Myrcene: 0.55
Humulene: 10%
Farsene: Trace%

In THe Beer

stone fruit
Citrus
spice

In The Rub

apricot
nectarine
spice